CNTs can enhance catalytic activity through several mechanisms:
1. High Surface Area: The large surface area of CNTs provides ample active sites for adsorption and reaction of reactant molecules. 2. Electronic Properties: CNTs can facilitate electron transfer, which is essential for redox reactions and other catalytic processes. 3. Support Material: CNTs can serve as a support for metal nanoparticles, enhancing their dispersion and preventing agglomeration. 4. Functionalization: Chemical modification of CNTs can introduce functional groups that improve their interaction with reactants and catalysts.
